easy · CFA Level I Fixed Income
A 5-year, 6% semiannual coupon bond has a Macaulay duration of 4.4 years and a yield-to-maturity of 6%.
Its modified duration is closest to:
- 4.40 years
- 4.15 years
- 4.27 years
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